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To China and Back

As controller of Asian operations for South Carolina-based textile firm Springs Industries, Michael Briers

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With high fees and low quality control, David Benstock passes on meal delivery.

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Top cookie entrepreneur combines hard work, friendliness to become sales success story

The area’s top Girl Scout Cookie seller in 2019 was Catelyn Holcomb.

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How to leave work at work

The problem of not having a work-life balance is vast. Here's how to turn things around.

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A Gulf Coast entrepreneur hopes to penetrate a conventional market with a new, and patented product. He will spend nearly $6 million to boost his chances.

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CEO Predictions 2012

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No longer vacant

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Time to Shine

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It's Electric

A business owner with a fast-growth story faces an obstacle many executives are familiar with: where to spend marketing dollars.

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Surgeons at BioSpine Institute take a minimally invasive approach with procedures. It's more difficult, but it has led to rapid growth.

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$3B global wellness company opens American HQ in Manatee County

PM-International plans to invest $50 million into expanding its footprint in Manatee County, where it projects it could someday hire up to 1,000 employees.

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At the helm: Entrepreneur takes leadership role in diversifying her hobby

More than four decades ago, sailing hooked Kris Self, a technology consultant based in St. Pete Beach, Florida. Today she’s part of a global movement to get more women into the sport.

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WellCare expands management

The Tampa firm adds a new regional president and management position.

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MarineMax obtains credit

The company, hit hard in the recession, has a new $100 million credit facility through a deal with GE Capital.

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Quality adds executives

The Tampa firm has a new president, and a new chief financial officer.

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New Pinellas aquarium construction begins

The Secrets of the Sea Marine Exploration Center is scheduled to open in November.

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Tropicana builds new facility

The juice company will build a 36,000-square-foot factory in Manatee County.

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Bradenton firm eyes Polish gas

First Titan Corp. is eyeing Poland's newly discovered natural gas reserves.

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Newspaper debuts in St. Pete

Tribune edition is only one of changes planned by Tampa Media Group.

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  • March 26, 2013
Burger chain plans for seven new Fla. locations

Two franchise agreements fuel Burger 21's expansion to South Florida.

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